Crackdown on electronic scooters
More than 2000 fines have been issued as part of a major crackdown on illegal and dangerous e-mobility devices across the state.
Queensland Police launched...
Beef over Chinese tariffs
Capricornia MP Michelle Landry says China’s imposition of a 55 per cent tariff on Australian beef will deliver a devastating blow to Central Queensland’s...
Conditions favourable for Australia’s livestock sector: Rabobank 2026 outlook
Export market demand has supported elevated prices for Australian lamb, mutton and beef through much of 2025, with favourable market conditions expected to continue...
Focus on summer safety
A new campaign is urging the community to put safety at the centre of their summer fun.
The Office of Fair Trading has joined regulators...
Storm season isn’t the only busy time
Ergon Energy Network and Energex had a busy year in 2025 with major flooding in north and north west Queensland and Cyclone Alfred and...
Plenty of boats heading offshore
Inshore/Offshore
How good has the weather been the last two days! We have seen plenty of boats head offshore for new years with high...
Festival of summer continues
Popular youth event Festival of Summer is in full swing and has expanded until 26 January, covering the entire summer school holiday period.
Formerly a...
Properties to be sold if rates remain unpaid
At a Gladstone Regional Council meeting recently a list of properties with unpaid rates was presented for potential sale.
The properties have outstanding rates exceeding...
Community events
Weekly events
Have a Yarn Tuesday - QCWA Tannum Sands - every Tuesday
All welcome to bring your craft, a friend and a smile.
Time: 9am to...
Headline grabbing end to a bumper 2025 year
4 DECEMBER: Three projects in the Gladstone region feature among 22 safety upgrades for the Bruce Highway announced by the State Government.
Pavement strengthening will...
Fishing enthusiasts keen to wet a line
Inshore/Offshore
The last few weeks have been kind to us, with a few small weather windows which have been enough for the keen offshore...
How a rusty old motorbike is helping rebuild eight Warwick teens
What started as a forgotten 47-year-old motorbike has sparked a lifeline for eight Warwick teens.
The group of year nine boys at Warwick State High...
Canavan unveils shadow ministers
Fresh from claiming leadership of the National Party, Senator Matt Canavan was back in Central Queensland this week to announce the "posse of patriots"...
